Shimano expands its range of e-bike drive units with all-new EP5 and E5100 systems

Japanese component manufacturer Shimano has released two new electric bike drive units in the shape of the EP5 and EP5100. The brand says the new drive units, “represent a significant step into a new era of e-bikes, empowering riders to explore further, connect deeper, and experience the natural joy of cycling.”

The new EP5 and EP5100 systems join Shimano’s existing e-bike drive offerings, the EP8 and EP6 aimed at mountain biking whilst the EP6100 and E5000 systems are suited more to urban mobility and commuting. 

E-bikes for commuting and urban mobility are increasingly terms that go hand in hand with more people turning to e-bikes as a solution for getting around town and commuting to work. It seems Shimano has angled its latest drive units specifically at this corner of the cycling community.

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